Welcome to The Virtual Academy, where we aim to address disparities in health outcomes and promote equitable access to healthcare. Here you will find written, video, and podcast materials to learn more about addressing health disparities. Explore the below sections to find out more about health inequalities.
Focusing on the disparities in health outcomes influenced by factors, with resources and maps to help understand who is affected by these inequalities.
From policy interventions to community-based initiatives, here you will find insights into how we can bridge the gap in health outcomes.
Various local initiatives and programmes aimed at addressing health inequalities in Dorset are highlighted, such as charity projects and case studies.
Focusing on the importance of a healthy standard of living for overall well-being, this section covers various aspects such as poverty & health and lived experiences.
Empowering individuals to take control of their health is crucial. Learn about enhancing health literacy, self-efficacy, personal agency and other various aspects.
Understanding health information and navigating healthcare systems is critical. Explore how health literacy impacts health outcomes in this section of the academy.
Highlighted is this section of The Virtual Academy is the need for healthcare services that cater to diverse populations, including marginalised groups.
In the digital age, access to health information online is vital. Learn about promoting digital inclusion for better health outcomes in this section.
Here we emphasise the importance of compassion and empathy in healthcare, highlighting their positive impact on health outcomes, with various resources.
This section of the Virtual Academy discusses the relationship between community development and health, emphasising how healthy communities foster well-being.
Explore preventive measures and health promotion to reduce health inequalities. Topics include mental health prevention, behavioural change strategies, and more.
Employment conditions significantly affect health. Discover how fair employment practices contribute to overall well-being, with the below resources.
Early childhood experiences shape health outcomes, and a concerning statistic of the number of children experience destitution.
Addressing health inequalities requires an inclusive approach. Learn about promoting diversity and equity in healthcare here.
AHPs are a group of healthcare professionals that offer various diagnostic, technical, therapeutic, and support services in healthcare.
Resources perfect for quick learning sessions and helpful for gaining a basic understanding of a topic and are designed to help quickly grasp key concepts and information.
Find concise e-modules on various health inequality topics from different providers, such as HEAT, health literacy, homelessness, and much more.
Variety of tools and resources aimed at addressing health inequalities and promoting health equity in Dorset, such as behaviour change techniques and local health data.
